1952 Alvis TB 21 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alvis TB 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alvis TB 21 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alvis TB 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alvis TB 21. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alvis TB 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alvis TB 21 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alvis | Ferrari |
| Model | TB 21 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
